Pre-Event Press Release - Milan 2024

The 12th edition of the Multilateral Naval Exercise MILAN24 commenced on 19 Feb 2024 in Visakhapatnam with the arrival of warships and one maritime patrol aircraft from FFC. From Indian Navy, nearly 20 ships including aircraft carriers INS Vikrant and INS Vikramaditya and nearly 50 aircraft including MiG29K, LCA, Tejas and P8I will participate in the exercise. Highlights of the harbour phase from 19 to 23 Feb 2024 include the Milan Opening Ceremony, International City Parade, International Maritime Seminar, MILAN Tech Expo, MILAN Village, Subject Matter Expert Exchange and Table Top Exercise. During the sea phase from 24 to 27 Feb 2024, participating Navies will conduct advanced Air Defence, Anti-Submarine and Anti-Surface Warfare drills. Gunnery shoots on aerial and surface targets, manoeuvres and underway replenishment would also be conducted. MILAN 2024 aims to strengthen regional cooperation and maritime security, foster interoperability and understanding between participating navies and provide a platform for sharing best practices and expertise. For further information access the official website of MILAN 2024.